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Elena

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After breakfast we spent time in worship and then Demetrye and I spoke on how we grow stronger in our love toward each other–all stops out of the way, honest and practical.

After that–SURPRISE!–I brought my camera with me and had a 3-5 minute session with couples that wanted their portrait taken–something that would remind them of the importance of romance and love in their live. Here are a few of my favorites.

Jeff & Glorine

Tad & Connie

Of course I had to take a quick picture of my LOVE

Pastor Leo and his lovely wife-Yelena

It ALWAYS rains in Washington...

Jeremy & Mary

Darrell & Sherie

Matt & Jessica

...a little bit of goofiness goes a long way

Scott & Dana

Jason & Luba

Nate & Emily

We had so much fun! Then we headed back home and last night we had to get through one of he windiest storms I have been though. We woke up to electric boxes exploding outside and trees blocking our driveway. I am so thankful that I live in America, though, the local PUD was out fixing up electricity and by 11 am we had heat and hot water! And now I can get back to finishing a wedding that desperately needs my attention .

Happy Sunday to all!

So, without further due, here is a great sample of gorgeous family photography in Cowlitz County. WARNING: IMAGE OVERLOAD!!!

This is one of my most favorite images from the session of Brianna and Jon, although I cannot say that I did not like even one image–they were all awesome!

WARNING: SIZZLING COUPLE!  Jon had his smooth moves on…

…as did Brianna.

They look amazing together.

Having looked at them you now know where the kids get their gorgeous looks.

Jon, Brianna, M* and L*, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your day and enjoy your company.  You are fabulous!

Now, as to my promise from my sneak preview post of Jon and Brianna’s session: I have not forgotten about it!  If you are working with either Jon or Brianna you will have a one time offer… but I will post it by the end of the week.  Trust me that it will be worth to come back for!

So, why did I schedule this post to pop up while I am not even sitting at my computer? There is a reason for it… and it is a secret… at least from my hubby.

The night before last he made me promise that I would do no more work before we take off on vacation… and I told him that I would try [that’s the key word here: try]. Well, inside I knew that I wanted for my clients, from the latest shoot I did, to see at least a couple of images from their session. I did not want to punish them by making them wait while I was relaxing in the sun. As my luck would have it, Demetrye decided that he needed to take some files back to his office, which gave me a few minutes ALONE So, I took advantage of it. But Demetrye does not know… and neither will he [right? ] since we will not be near a computer during our vacation .

I met Brianna and Jon through another client of mine, Tiffany. The two work together. The moment I saw them enter the Fusion café, where we met during their lunch, I thought: “Boy, I would like to photograph them!” Much to my pleasure they headed for my table—they were the people I was expecting.

Brianna is a fan of the Twilight series and she and Jon wanted to reenact the Baseball scene for their session. I found it very fascinating and was up to the challenge. When we finally met on the abandoned baseball field in Toutle, WA, I had so much fun photographing Brianna and Jon’s family that the time seemed to have slipped away from us. Once I get back from my vacation I will post a few of my favorite “Twilight” images, but for now, here is a quick and sweet preview of the gorgeous family.

We started off with cute M* warming us all up. She really shined and was a natural in front of the camera.

Next up was my new favorite guy, Mr. L*. I don’t think I heard him speak even one word during the whole shoot—he was being shy. However, after I made funny faces and noises he could not help himself but give me the best, the warmest and the cutest smiles there are.

Here is the gorgeous family. Are they super cute or what? I could see this image blown on a huge canvas hanging over a living room sofa any time of the day.

Although it was a family shoot we were able to steal a few moments away with Brianna and Jon. They seem to be so much in love that it really shows in this image. [And now you know where the cute kiddos got their looks from ].

There will be more images to come when I am back.

Jon & Brianna, thank you for allowing me to spend time with your beautiful family!

If  you work with Jon or Brianna, and you want to have your own special experience in front of the camera, stay tuned as I will announce how you can get in on a limited time special offer that will be made available only to you.

I took my camera to her b-day party with me, thinking that I would snap a few shots, here and there, but here face was so adorable and she is way too cute… so, I finally forced myself to get down to 40+ favorite image (lucky parents ).  Here are only a few of them. But remember, it’s all about the face

Grandma knitted a special little hat…

…and baby M* seemed so thrilled with it

Here is another beautiful niece of mine–Kristina.  It seems that it was only yesterday I was there when she was born (sigh).

Oh, and the drool.

Unlike many other kids, M* was not too thrilled to have her hands stuck in the cake.  She was quite disgusted by it… I think

She was much happier when the cake was removed and her little shiny face was restored to its glory.

We barely had a moment to steal away for Mom and Daughter pictures.  M* had enough patience for only two.

And then it was all about presents, although M* seemed to enjoy her cute little fingers so much more than anything else.

And then back to the cute faces…

And here is yet another beautiful niece of mine–Oksana.  I actually do remember her as a baby also–I changed not one but many diapers for this girl   She is stunning.

Luba & Jason, thank you for having us over.  Your kid is absolutely delightful, and we are so happy for you.

I was so excited to have received her!  I spent a few hours installing programs that I need and running updates on her, and I am almost done.  Just to show you how great Freida is, I spent only few minutes and pulled out great images from my niece’s recent wedding of one of my absolute favorite families–Eddie and Anna’s.  Demetrye and I both love them to pieces.  They are amazing and their kids are a pure joy.  Anytime we get a chance to visit with them when we are in Vancouver, WA, we take advantage of it.

Here they are their little kiddos.  Aren’t they super beautiful?   The super-cute trio with their Grandma–my sister Vera.  It still feels absolutely odd to realize that some of my siblings are grandparents.

Anna’s sister, Vera, has an adorable little girl also.  When she saw me taking pictures of Anna’s family, she ran up and just stood there watching.  She was too adorable to pass by.

Well, folks, have a great remainder of the day.  Freida and I are going to get better acquainted… and I will try to get some things done around the house too

Until next time: Live every moment to the fullest!

Jenica and Derrick are high school sweethearts.  They married almost right after graduating from school, Derrick enlisted in the military (Thank you for keeping us save, Derrick!), and they were off to explore the world.  They had lived in several places, but a couple of years ago (or maybe a bit more), Longview called  their name, and they abandoned their beautiful life in Hawaii to move closer to their family.  I am glad that they did–otherwise I would not have met them.

Jenica & Derrick, you guys were amazing.  Thank you for letting me record such a special time in your life for you.

If you live near or in Longview/Kelso, WA area and are looking to celebrate a special time in your life there is still time to do it while days are sunny and beautiful.  Don’t procrastinate and postpone it until “some other time”–life is to precious for that!  Go ahead and shoot me an e-mail or call to schedule your session.

I had only a few minutes to process a quick preview of today’s session.   More to come soon.

Aren’t they totally hot model material?  No wonder their kids are so gorgeous!

Derrick & Jenica, congratulations!  It was an honor to be a part of your day!

I have not had too much time to process images from the weekend, but I had to put up at least a few of the most adorable kids in the world on my blog today.  We have 3 little ones in the family, these two little rascals are very close in age, and the third one is barely a couple of months old. 

Baby M and Baby T look like they could be twins (age-wise), however they are a couple of months apart and the way they are related to each other is quite interesting and humorous.  But… things as such happen in large family.  Our little Prince M is actually a cousin to Baby T’s father.  Quite interesting, isn’t it?!

 The two were so adorable in their bright close.  Between M’s cheeks and T’s tight rolls I thought I was in heaven.  We placed them next to each other on a blanket and watched them interact.  It was a photographer’s heaven!  We created an impromptu session.  With aunts and uncles and the parents ooo-ing and ah-ing over my shoulder I was clicking away.  The stars of the show did not mind me at all.  Baby T was fascinated with Baby M and constantly tried to wrestle her to the ground, gnawing on her shoulder with his toothless mouth (I will post a few of those pictures soon as well).  Baby M took it like a lady every time—very calmly.  I feel that I could write a comics book with the images I got.  Here are a few of my favorites.

I am just imagining what Mr. T is thinking: “Oooh, look, she has more hair than I do.  Let me touch it and see if how far I can pull it…”

M. realizing what’s about to happen turns around and says: “Man, what do you think you are doing?  Watch those hands!  Or I am going to call my Daddy!”  “Ok, toots!  Calm down!”  Mr T. replies.

Then the two get distracted by the host of adoring aunts and uncles and give them a few smiles so they can get back to their conversation.  

Meanwhile, one of the aunts sneaks up from behind and places a hat on Baby M.  Mr. T was not happy!  He wanted it off!  “This is redicilous!” he says, “It has to come off NOW!”  “Hey, man, I told you to keep your hands to yourself!  Didn’t I?!  I am a lady!”But… Mr. T got his way and the hat came off.   To keep peace he placed his hand on little M’s should and said: “See, I told you you would look better without it.”

After I was done with the babies (you can get only so many baby pictures in one given time) it was time to move on to the rest of my family.  Did I ever mention that I am surrounded by gorgeous people?  Well, I am!  I am adding a couple of images of my nieces.  The first one—Luba, is really model material.  Just look at her smile!  Nike should be knocking on her door asking to use this picture for their ads!

This gorgeous young lady and my niece as well.   And, yes, she is related to the beauty in the picture above–they are sisters.

Would you ever believe that Vera is almost 5 months pregnant?  (I think that is how far along she is…)  Such a cute belly!

With everything cluttering our time and space I can tell you that there is still nothing like a great family.  I am so blessed that I was born into one.

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